I am a creative, hardworking designer and seamstress with experience across high street brands and small studios. I love turning ideas into practical garments and visuals, and I thrive on managing multiple projects, from CAD design to alterations and bespoke pieces. I have built strong relationships with customers, boutiques, and suppliers through freelance work and brand collaboration, delivering quality results on time. I am outgoing, reliable, and a fast learner with strong communication and organizational skills, able to work independently or as part of a team. I value collaboration, clear planning, and a friendly, can-do attitude when tackling challenges and meeting targets.

Amy Lou Clunes

I am a creative, hardworking designer and seamstress with experience across high street brands and small studios. I love turning ideas into practical garments and visuals, and I thrive on managing multiple projects, from CAD design to alterations and bespoke pieces. I have built strong relationships with customers, boutiques, and suppliers through freelance work and brand collaboration, delivering quality results on time. I am outgoing, reliable, and a fast learner with strong communication and organizational skills, able to work independently or as part of a team. I value collaboration, clear planning, and a friendly, can-do attitude when tackling challenges and meeting targets.

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I am a creative, hardworking designer and seamstress with experience across high street brands and small studios. I love turning ideas into practical garments and visuals, and I thrive on managing multiple projects, from CAD design to alterations and bespoke pieces. I have built strong relationships with customers, boutiques, and suppliers through freelance work and brand collaboration, delivering quality results on time.

I am outgoing, reliable, and a fast learner with strong communication and organizational skills, able to work independently or as part of a team. I value collaboration, clear planning, and a friendly, can-do attitude when tackling challenges and meeting targets.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Technical Designer and Seamstress at Self-employed / Whozamy (brand)
January 1, 2024 - Present
Freelance technical design and alterations for multiple brands and clients, including Bonmarche, Matalan, Prikli Pear/Jessica Purdie Ltd, and Staise. Built relationships with customers and boutiques, handling alterations from casual to bridal wear, while developing and growing personal brand 'whozamy'.
Womenswear Multi-product Designer at Bonmarche, Wakefield
January 1, 2024 - October 15, 2025
Developed CAD skills and took ownership of design work, tech packs, colour and trend direction, and supplier communication.
Freelance Sewing Machinist / Studio Assistant at Rebecca Rhoades
September 1, 2022 - October 15, 2025
Developed industrial sewing and overlocker skills to create made-to-order and bespoke occasionwear. Assisted with sewing bespoke items, alterations, and packing orders.
Freelance Trainee Design Assistant at Bonmarche, Wakefield
January 1, 2022 - October 15, 2025
Enhanced Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop skills; organized workflows and met deadlines.
Customer Service Assistant at Marks & Spencer Harrogate
January 1, 2021 - October 15, 2025
Developed communication and customer service skills, supporting store operations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts Honours in Fashion at Northumbria University, Newcastle
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Enterprise Placement Year (Level 1 Understanding Enterprise) at Northumbria University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Extended Level 3 Diploma in Fashion and Clothing at York College
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
GCSEs at Rossett High School Harrogate
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2017

Qualifications

Enterprise Placement Year (Level 1 Understanding Enterprise)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
FIRST - Winner of the North East Start Up Awards (Social Impact Award)
January 1, 2021 - October 15, 2025
Hilary Alexander Sustainable Trailblazer Award
January 1, 2023 - October 15, 2025

Industry Experience

Retail, Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services